Monday, January 7, 2013

Souvenirs of the Year 2012, is ...

Almost all destinations around the world must have a unique gift. In 2012, there were a few pieces that fit the best hand for you to take home after traveling. What are ya?

Going to the well-known destinations, there is less to go home without bringing a souvenir. Of the many destinations and abundance of souvenirs that exist throughout the world, it turns out there are 10 of the best this year. Here are 10 by-the best in the year 2012:

1. London 2012 Olympic coin


Universal biggest sporting event 4 years, Olympics in 2012 held in London, England. Thousands of tourists from all over the world had come to come meramaikannya. Come home, they bring souvenirs typical of the London Olympics. Not socks, stuffed mascot, or flag, a souvenir of the most favored traveler here is a coin.

Yes, the London Olympics does have some souvenirs official, like this coin. Travelers can buy souvenir coins in many places in London and other cities in the UK who also hosts.

This coin is quite unique. Both sides have a different image. Other side pictorial London 2012 Olympics logo, and the other one of a kind picture sports.

"Coins are a part of the sheet of our daily lives, so has the range of coins designed specifically to celebrate London 2012 Olympics is a great honor," said the chairman of the London 2012 Olympics organizing committee, Lord Coe.

So, for those who are really intent to collect them, can buy 26 coins that indicates 26 sports are contested. 1 Set contains 26 coins valued coins 89.5 pounds.

Although the Olympics are over, these coins are sold at several places in London. One of them is still selling this coin is the Royal Mint.

2. T-shirt with the solar eclipse


Dated 14 November 2012 and then, Australia hit by a solar eclipse. The most obvious point to witness the events of this nature in the Trinity Beach, North Queensland, Australia.

Being in a tourist spot, no wonder if many people who want to see this event in person. There's even a special tour package to be able to watch the solar eclipse in Australia, the Australia Solar Eclipse Tour from Astronomical Adventures. This package  4295 Australian Dollars.

Price as expensive as it is, not only the traveler can witness this rare event, but can also be brought gifts to him. T-shirt with a picture of the event was a solar eclipse on the front is a favorite of tourists. What else in front of the picture is the event described the solar eclipse and the date and place of occurrence. Definitely cool!

3. The Mayan Calendar


Many people believe that the date of December 21, 2012 yesterday was the day of Resurrection. Many people fled to Mount Bugarach in France, even some that make a bunker on their home page. But these fears proved unfounded. Because it's only the end of the Mayan calendar, not the end of life on earth.

Many people who end up wanting to know more about the Mayans. They are willing to come to Mexico, where most of the Maya inhabited today. Upon their return, a traveler can purchase ala Mayan calendar. In addition to his trademark calendar, this calendar is also decorated with images of everyday tribe. The price is $ 14.

4. Porcelain Queen Elizabeth II


This year, precisely in February 2012, Queen Elizabeth II even entered the 60th reign as Head of the Commonwealth. To celebrate, the company pointed to the British royal porcelain from China, Diamond Jubilee, to make porcelain trinkets themed Queen Elizabeth II.

Because of her beauty, these items directly to be hunted tourist souvenirs. Ranging from cups, plates, clocks, medicine box, so you can make a fancy jar of fruit hand.

The price ranges from 9.95 pounds to 175 pounds. Such beautiful things can get in the Royal Collection Shop, the official shop of the British royal trinkets.

5. Official ball of Euro 2012


In addition to the London Olympics, in 2012 was also enlivened by soccer championship between European countries. On 8 June to 1 July, almost all the world's eyes fixed on Poland and Ukraine were designated as the host this prestigious event. Not a few football enthusiast traveler watched the game live on the two countries.

Watching a football game, feels less if not bring home souvenirs related to the game. There mascot, player uniforms, and of course, the official ball of Euro 2012 matches to take home.

Adidas Tango 12 is the official name of the ball used in this year's Euro Cup. The ball is specially designed and very attractive. In the middle there is a mascot for Euro Cup 2012. Until now, the ball is still in the shop you can buy official Adidas. It costs about 30 USD.

6. Dragon statue


In the Chinese calendar, 2012 is the year of the dragon. For the traveler who goes to China and Hong Kong, would be able to easily get a souvenir statue of a dragon. The fruit of this type of hand is the most popular in China and Hong Kong, although it has not in the lunar atmosphere.

However, you have to be careful to buy. This statue can indeed easily be found in China or Hong Kong, but you should be careful about the quality. Dragon statue with good quality and cheap can be found in the Ladies Market, Hong Kong. It costs about HK $ 45.

7. Korea Expo 2012 mascot


Korea Expo 2012 held in Yeosu, Korea lively. The exhibition with the theme of the beach and the sea has a mascot that is Yeony and Suny which when combined means beautiful water. Mascot cute blue and white are also sold hired tourists.

Yeony blue symbolizes water and natural resources in a finite world. While Suny symbolize marine life and land. These two cute mascot is priced at 138,000 Won.

8. Saddle horse from Canada


By-the saddle is not always purchased in riding destinations. In Canada, there is a famous football club, Calgary Stampeders, which provides souvenir. This club bearing the horse, so that various types of horse-related souvenirs you can get when traveling to the headquarters of this club in Canada.

"Make a horse saddle is part of preserving our western culture, especially for our native Canada," said committee chairman equine community in Canada, Hans Kollewyn.

This saddle is made of genuine leather. Usually light brown and dark brown. It costs about 4995 Canadian Dollar

9. Hats Daytona 500


Nascar racing sports car already has a special fan. If you are one of them, would have been familiar with the event Daytona 500. America's biggest Nascar Competition also has distinctive souvenir, namely hats.

Hats chosen as the main souvenir Daytona 500 because the race is usually held in the summer. Travelers who want to watch the race live on the circuit will usually find these caps, either used or for souvenirs. It costs about 18 USD to 25 in the seller peddlers who were around the circuit.

10. President Obama's campaign badges


Barack Obama is re-elected as President of the United States. When his campaign yesterday, tucked into a gift that is a favorite traveler who visited the United States. Badge or pin is illustrated Obama travelers hunted for a souvenir. In addition, there is also a picture of Obama stickers and magnets are also a souvenir in the U.S.. It costs about 5 USD.

Actually there are many more gift that can become a souvenir when you visit a few places in the world. But the 10 items above are the best in this year. Which one is your choice?
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